Most books reviews aren't very well-written. They tend to be more about the reviewer than the book.

I don't take much notice of reviews now - obviously you'd like to have straight worship but you're never going to get that.

I went to a British Council event a while back and there were lots of German professors of literature. About half of them were convinced I had a German sense of humour and the other half were sure it was British. They are probably still arguing about it now.

A public role endures for the literary high-command, as sages and seers, speaking out on social and political issues.

Most books reviews aren't very well-written. They tend to be more about the reviewer than the book.

New York City has fantastic restaurants and, unlike London, a lot of the best restaurants are relatively cheap.

The greatest danger of being gifted, is that you may never learn how to make an effort.